I felt mixed emotions reading the whole article. Happy in some point when he mentioned that they were stimulated by the coming back of Shinhwa, that they were thinking as one, and that they go out frequently nowadays with Hyun Joong taking care of the bills. ^^ But I also felt sad that their come back would take a bit long since it will be after they have all been discharged in the army. In which I'm looking about 3-4 years more. T_T Still, if I am a certified Triple S, I should patiently wait until they reunite as one again... ^^

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Heo Young Saeng discusses his ‘Solo’ comeback and SS501′s future

Having made his return with his ‘Solo‘ mini-album, SS501‘s Heo Young Saeng recently sat down with Ilgan Sports for an interview discussing his latest activities and plans in terms of SS501′s future.

Check it out below!

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Q. “Why did you choose your album’s title as ‘Solo’?”

“There are various meanings to it. The lyrics to the title track are about what happened to a man after a break up, and I felt that fit with my situation as I tried to stand on my own, away from SS501. I participated in the production of the album and spent a lot of time on it. It’s an album that I truly worked hard on, on my own.”Q. “What is your title track ‘Crying‘ like?”

“I loved it the moment I first received it. The ladies especially had a good reaction to it. I think I love the song more because I penned the lyrics myself. It reminds me of my own story of when I broke up three years ago. I went through a lot of heartache then, and every song I listened to at the time felt like my own story. The song reminded me of when I felt so miserable about not being able to hold her back.”

Q. “It took you a year to release your second album since your first solo debut album.”

“I didn’t think it’d take this long either. I was pressured with the second album thinking that I had to make it better than the first. I wanted to show improvement most of all. From the album’s beginning, I participated in collecting the songs and producing it. It was difficult to the point where I almost suffered from depression, but I was able to overcome it.”

Q. “During that time, you also worked in a musical and sitcom.”

“I starred in the musical ‘The Three Musketeers‘. I was worried at first and was determined to clear my heart and learn from the beginning. The more I did it, the more I wanted to improve and get better. The last performance made me feel empty, so much so that I cried. On KBS 2TV‘s ‘I Need a Fairy‘, I play the role of a Hallyu star. Although I’m still lacking, I feel that there’s a lot of charm to acting.”

Q. “Are you dating?”

“When I like someone, I’m not able to focus on anything else. I know that so I try not to let myself fall into that trap. For now, work comes first. I believe in the saying that a man’s skills should come first because you’re always able to find someone nice to settle down with after you’ve found success.”

Q. “Is there any competition between the SS501 members?”

“There is friendly competition. Since Hyun Joong made a position for himself first and got a lot of public recognition, people think that we’d be jealous of him, but it’s not true. Recently, all of the members had a lot of free time so we met one another often. We’d grab a drink and discuss the future of SS501. Of course, Hyun Joong is the one who foots the bills.”

Q. “Will SS501 get back together?”

“We were stimulated by Shinhwa reuniting. I was watching them guest on a talk show after their comeback and suddenly received texts from all of the SS501 members asking, ‘Are you watching this?’ It made me realize that we were truly one. I think we’ve lost a chance to reunite once because it was so hard to balance our time schedules. I think the next perfect time would be when we all get discharged from the army.”

I was late in posting this since I only got home earlier. T_T So happy that he remembers us during this time, and it even made me happier when he mentioned about their song 'Again'. For that reason, While I'm posting my updates here in my blog, been listening to that song over and over again. ^^ Missing SS501.........

I was out the whole day today, and was surprised that I missed another update about our boys. Seems that one of their colleague did get married, and our 3 boys was there to witness it. ^^ I'm so happy seeing them together. ^^ Thanks for the pictures that was provided to us! ^^ And thanks also to Cheezeemelt for providing the link! ^^

Whoever thought of the idea of Hi-5 with celebrities..... I would like to give him/her my deepest thanks. ^^ Because of this type of fan service, it made us feel much more closer to our idols. ^^ And in this clip, Hyung Jun showed his kindness to his fans. Thanks to ivannah501 for the link. ^^

Finally~! I'm done with this episode! ^^ A whopping 493 subtitles that I have encoded, and it wasn't a joke! I slept only for a few hours to make sure I've finished this, and even asked from a friend of mine to convert the video. Thanks to mukamuka_ys for all the help. ^^

SS501 members Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong showed their support for Kim Hyung Jun as they appeared on stage at his showcase.

To kick off the promotions for his new album ‘ESCAPE‘, Kim Hyung Jun held a showcase & mini concert at AX-Korea in Seoul on June 29th. His fellow SS501 members Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong appeared on stage much to the surprise of the fans in attendance. Park Jung Min was reported to be in attendance but he didn’t appear on stage. Because of the numerous Japanese fans in attendance, they had a dedicated Japanese translator on stage.

I haven't watched this yet but I am so eager to take a sneak peek. ^^ My only fear is if I started to watching, I'll end up watching all the videos! ^^ Then, I wouldn't have enough sleep again. T_T So I guess I'll have to endure my eagerness and will control myself. ^^ Btu for those who have so much time in their hands, here are his performances. ^^ The new manly image of Kim Hyung Jun. ^^

As soon, I got home from work, I immediately checked for any updates about our boys. Andwhat do you know.... Kyu and Young Sang was at Maknae's showcase last night. I waslike 'What the... in a matter of hours, it seems I've missed almost an entire decade! T_T But thanks for our Triple S sisters who were kind enough to share the videos that happened last night. Huge thanks to all of you! ^^ I'll need to do a lot of errands today, so I guess I'll be watching this later tonight. ^^ I'm so excited! ^^ It was also said that Jung Min was also at the showcase. SS501 brotherly love.... I so love it!!!!! ^^

Finally a subbed interview with Young Saeng. ^^ I so wanted to watch this now, but I have to sleep early today. T_T I've only seen a few minutes of the first part, and it made me laugh when he was asked if he has not forgotten the Arabic Language, his response was 'Of course, it is written here. ^^ I'll watch the whole interview over the weekend. I bet this would be an entertaining and interesting interview. ^^ I ended up watching the whole interview today,... cause I can't help but laugh to all of his witty answers! ^^ I swear they are all funny. ^^ He even sang a couple of songs live!!!!!

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Here is the Episode 83. I'm loving the fact that he's getting more exposure in this drama. You know what I have observed in this episode? First was the scar on his hand while eating the chicken. Remember it was during the promotion of his 'Let it Go' and he had an injury? I'm thinking that was the scar left by that injury. Second observation is..... the way he used his crutches. ^^ ㅋㅋㅋ Did you notice something on that part? Well, it's for you to find out. ^^

Just recently shared through his weibo account. Posting this before I hit the sack. I was working on Young Saeng's cut in Sent from Heaven, and it's a total of 493 subtitles! ^^ No joke! Gotta take my rest and will upload it soon.

MANILA, Philippines - A member of a boy band will enlist in the military in July while a Korean actor faces controversy over his exemption from military service.

SS501 member Kim Kyu Jong will complete his basic military training for four weeks starting July 23, according to a notice posted by B2M Entertainment on his personal website on June 26.

After training, he will serve as public service personnel instead of being on active duty due to health reasons. He is currently finishing his album before his enlistment.

He will be the first member of SS501 to enlist in the army.

While Kim Kyu Jong will be entering the army, a Korean actor is facing harsh criticism for allegedly dodging his military service.

Kim Moo Yul is hounded by controversy after he filed for exemption from military service, citing poverty as reason.

The actor, who starred in dramas “Iljimae” in 2008 and “Wife Returns” in 2009, filed the application in 2010.

Korean media said Kim Moo Yul earned approximately 300 million won (P11 million) from 2007 to 2009, thus he cannot use poverty as reason for military exemption.

Back in 2001, the actor was declared fit to serve the military after undergoing medical exam. Between 2007 and 2009, he didn’t enlist in the military, saying that he was preparing for civil service exams.

The Korean JoongAng Daily quoted Kim Moo Yul’s agency as saying that his family is really poor and that the actor is the sole breadwinner.

"At the time of his enrolling at Sungkyunkwan University in 2002, his family's financial] condition was so bad that he was almost unable to continue his studies. He considered joining a special military force after he heard that he could make 30 million won [P1.1 million] by doing that, but he put off going to the military after his father collapsed due to a cerebral hemorrhage and he began taking care of all of his family members,” said Yeo Jun-yeong, head of Prain TPC, according to the newspaper.credits: Jonathan Hicap (www.mb.com.ph)

Young Saeng/Kaki thought Hani was his fan since she rushed over him. ^^ He didn't know that Hani was actually after the book which she wrote something about Cha Gukmin. ^^ And was I the only one who likes the scene where Young Saeng said "나라야.. 내 쥬스?" I find it a bit funny and cute at the same time. Funny because he was in a serious tone and serious look but all he was asking for is his juice. Cute because the way he said 쥬스. ^^ Gotta sleep early now. ^^

eng: In particular, it was let known that shooting will take place in upcoming July starting first in Japan, then Myanmar, Singapore, France, etc. Feverish responses from many asian countries' fans and related personnel includes their pleading requests to do shooting at their cities.

eng: Not just that, there is also an unending amount of requests for the drama's actors who will be visiting the respective countries for shooting to carry out fanmeetings and other promotions there, too.

eng: On the other hand, 'City Conquest' is looking at a year-end broadcast, and will start its first shoot on upcoming July 10 (tuesday) in Tokyo Japan, then to Tochigi prefecture's place of attraction - Nikko Edo Mura.

Yes, indeed, one by one they are releasing the actors who will be taking part on the said drama. ^^

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Kim Seung Woo, cast in City Conquest as Kim Hyun Joong’s father

김승우, ‘도시정벌’ 캐스팅..김현중 父 역할

Source: 머니투데이 스타뉴스Translator: WonderrrgirlActor Kim Seung Woo has been cast in drama City Conquest and will be making a return to the small screen.

Accordingly, through ties with ‘Iris’ director Yang Yoon Ho and PD Baek Jin Dong, Kim Seung Woo has made a decision to film City Conquest.

In City Conquest, Kim Seung Woo is set to star as Baek Seung Hyun, who secretly took care of the president’s secret funds for military development and possess a certain hidden influence and power, showing off his masculine aspect.

Baek Seung Hyun will play as Kim Hyun Joong’s father in the script, a character who finishes with all matters accurately and reliably, as well as a stout husband who takes care of his family boundlessly.

Even though Kim Seung Woo will only appear in five episodes, he is a very important chracter in the drama’s story development. It is expected that much anticipation will be placed on this chracter and his overwhelming charisma.

The drama, which will be adapted from the manga, is a story about the main lead character, who resented the father that abandoned himself as his mother while he was young. As a result, Bae Mi Reu (Kim Hyun Joong) grew up harboring thoughts of revenge against society. The drama aims to start airing during year end, with filming starting from 10 July onwards in Tokyo, Nikko Edomura, Tochigi prefecture.credits: wonderrrland.wordpress.com

A great article which practically sums up how Hyun Joong became a cretified Hallyu Star. ^^ My eyes went O_O just by looking at the numbers! ^^

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[20’s Choice Star] Kim Hyun Joong

Heat couldn’t be a more appropriate title for Kim Hyun Joong’s latest Japanese single as the hallyu star and 20’s Global Star nominee is proving to be one of the hottest acts to come out of Korea today.

In order to help you understand the magnitude of his Global Star status, we’ve broken down Kim Hyun Joong’s accomplishments in numbers, a language all of his fans will understand.

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The number of weeks it took Kim Hyun Joong to reach Gold status with debut single album Kiss Kiss Lucky Guy in Japan. That’s a million copies sold.

16,000

The record-breaking number of Kim Hyun Joong’s First Impact concert DVDs sold in Japan. In one week.

230,000

The number of followers Kim Hyun Joong attracted on Weibo, China’s Twitter eqivalent. In one day.

Love the support they give to our Baby Hyung Jun. Aren't you excited to watch this MV? ^^

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Kang Ji Hwan and Lee Ki Woo to Join Kim Hyung Jun in his Upcoming MV

Three handsome gentlemen wearing suits in a dramatic large-scale music video.

What more can we ask for?

Kang Ji Hwan and Lee Ki Woo joined without hesitation to support Kim Hyung Jun in his upcoming music video for his new second solo album Escape.

Despite being busy with Detective Cha movie promotions and tight schedules for the MBC sitcom Standby, Kang Ji Hwan and Lee Ki Woo made time to appear in Kim Hyung Jun’s music video, showing strong friendship and support for their company affiliate.

The 25-minute large scale dramatic music video will be directed by the master of music videos, director Cha Eun Taek, and will play like a movie about three men who hit the road after escaping prison for love.

Kim Hyung Jun’s new album Escape will be his first since 2011’s My Girl and the singer will hold a special mini concert and showcase on June 29.

Maknae Hyung Jun films his new MV with the said actors. Kang Ji Hwan and Lee Ki Woo shows support to their colleague by appearing on Hyung Jun's latest MV. And did you know, his MV will last for 25 minutes? That's like one full episode of a sitcom. ^^ Looking forward to this. Fighting Hyung Jun! ^^

As soon as I woke up, the news that was already spreading is about Kyu Jong's enlistment on July. Some rumors say his schedule of enlistment is on July 24. But B2M Entertainment released an Official Notice regarding the enlistment, and it was stated that there are no definite date yet. So we'll just have to wait until they release an official notice about the date. Do you think Kyu Jong will visit Twitterland later because of this? July is fast approaching. Time flies.....

Sunday, June 24, 2012

This is just a short clip of his interview with Lee Sora. ^^ It's true, he was the mysterious one before. But I'm loving the new Young Saeng now who shows his true personality to us fans. ^^ And they say that everything happens for a reason. Only means that SS501 members having solo activities brought out the best of them. ^^

Saturday, June 23, 2012

For Kyu Jong biased fans,... I strongly recommend you do watch this fancam! ^^ I mean, seriously, he is really REALLY handsome!!!!! I even mistook him as Hyun Joong in some point because they seem to have the same haircut. ^^ But I promise you, you would regret it if you didn't see this video clip! ^^ Thanks to ivannah501 for sharing the link! ^^

Based on my little knowledge and little understanding of Korean, Nara still worries about Young Saeng, but Young Saeng insists he's okay and needs to do the training for his dad's trainees. ^^ I bet Young Saeng will also be doing this in real life. ^^

I am so loving his haircut now! ^^ Makes him look more alike with his hyung Hyun Joong. ^^ And it seems our Kyu Jong had enough rest, he looks more relaxed nowadays. ^^ Thanks to Cheezeemelt and ivannah501 for sharing the links to the pics. ^^